India won the toss and chose to bat first. The openers gave a solid start. Yashasvi Jaiswal looked in fine form and played long, scoring a big century. Captain Shubman Gill also played beautifully and showed calmness. Together, they built a strong partnership that helped India reach a massive score.
By the end of the first innings, India declared at 518 for 5 wickets. The batting lineup looked solid and confident. Ruturaj Gaikwad, debutant Sarfaraz Khan, and KL Rahul added useful runs. The West Indies bowlers worked hard but could not stop the flow of runs.
This total gave India a big advantage early in the match. The bowlers then had plenty of time to attack and put pressure on the West Indies batters.
West Indies Struggled Early
When the West Indies came out to bat, they looked under pressure. India’s bowlers started well. Fast bowlers took early wickets, and spinners kept control. Kuldeep Yadav was the main spinner and took key wickets.
The West Indies batsmen tried to fight back, but none could stay long at the crease. They were bowled out for 248 runs in the first innings. India then forced them to follow on, meaning they had to bat again immediately.
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West Indies Second Innings Fight
In their second innings, West Indies played better. John Campbell scored a fine century and showed strong determination. Shai Hope also made a big hundred and gave his team hope. Together, they helped West Indies post a fighting total.
The Indian bowlers had to work harder this time. The pitch had become slower, and it was not easy to take wickets. Still, India’s fielders stayed sharp and took important catches. In the end, West Indies gave India a target of 121 runs to win.
India’s Calm Chase and Series Win
India began their second innings on Day 5. The start was not perfect, as Yashasvi Jaiswal got out early. But KL Rahul and Shubman Gill played with patience. They focused on keeping wickets safe and taking runs when needed.
KL Rahul stayed unbeaten on 58 runs, while Dhruv Jurel supported him well at the other end. India reached the target in just over 35 overs and won by 7 wickets.
This win gave India a 2–0 series victory. It was also a special moment for Shubman Gill, who got his first Test series win as captain. The team looked confident, balanced, and united throughout the match.
Key Highlights
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Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill scored brilliant centuries.
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Kuldeep Yadav and Mukesh Kumar bowled well in both innings.
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John Campbell and Shai Hope fought hard for West Indies in the second innings.
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India’s fielding and teamwork stood out through the match.
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The win helped India continue their good record in Test cricket.
Conclusion
The India vs West Indies 2nd Test showed how strong India’s Test team has become. Their batting, bowling, and teamwork were impressive. Shubman Gill’s calm captaincy and team effort helped India win the series 2–0. Fans enjoyed great cricket and a solid victory for the team.
Disclaimer: This article is written for general information only. The information is based on available sources and news updates.
